SOP Technical Writer (12-Month Contract)

? Location: East Hawkesbury, Ontario (On-site)

? Employment Type: Full time Contract (12 Months)Extension

**: Possibility of extension based on project requirements

About Sk** **o tidakis

Skotidak i s is a leading Canadian dairy manufacturer located in St. Eugène, Ontario. Since 1975, we have grown from a small family goat farm into an innovative dairy company operating a 100,000-square-foot production facility serving customers across Canada and the United States.

We are r e cognized for our authentic Greek yogurts, cheeses, dairy dips, and food service products. Innovation, quality, food safety, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

As we co n tinue to strengthen our quality systems, we are seeking an experienced SOP Technical Writer to support the development and standardization of operational documentation across our manufacturing facility.

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Positi o n

Summary The SOP

T echnical Writer will be responsible for developing, reviewing, and maintaining Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and work instructions for production, quality assurance, sanitation, maintenance, laboratory, and packaging operations.

Working c losely with department managers and subject matter experts, the successful candidate will observe manufacturing processes, document best practices, and ensure all procedures meet regulatory requirements and internal quality standards.

This pos i tion plays an important role in supporting food safety, employee training, audit readiness, and operational consistency.

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Key Re s p o nsibilities





- Interv i ew production, QA, laboratory, maintenance, sanitation, and packaging personnel to document existing processes. Observe manufacturing operations and convert technical procedures into clear, user-friendly SOPs. Develop standardized SOP templates and documentation formats across all departments. Create and update SOPs for: Mac hine operation Cle aning and sanitation (CIP) HTS

T systems Lab oratory testing and sampling Pac kaging and filling lines Pro duction setup and changeovers Coordin ate document reviews, revisions, approvals, and version control.

- Ensure documentation complies with GMP, HACCP, SQF, CFIA, and internal quality standards.
- Maintai n an organized electronic document management system.
- Support employee training by developing work instructions and visual aids where required.
- Partici pate in internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Ensure documentation remains current and reflects operational changes.

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Qualif i c a tions

Required

- Bachel o r’s degree in Technical Writing, Food Science, Food Engineering, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Engineering, Quality Assurance, or a related discipline.* Minimum





3 years of technical writing experience in a food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or dairy manufacturing environment.
- Experie nce developing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and controlled documentation.
- Strong understanding of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), HACCP, and food safety systems.
- Excelle nt written communication and technical editing skills.
- Strong interviewing and process-mapping abilities.
- Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
- Profici ency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferre d

- Experi e nce working in dairy manufacturing. Familia rity with HTST systems, Clean-in-Place (CIP) processes, packaging equipment, or laboratory operations. Experie nce with SQF, BRCGS, ISO 22000, or other GFSI-recognized food safety standards. Experie nce using document management systems. Knowled ge of Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies.

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Certif i c a tions The foll o wing certifications are considered assets, but are not required:

- HACCP

C ertification* GMP Tra ining* SQF Pra ctitioner or SQF Fundamentals* Prevent ive Controls Qualified Individual (PCQI)* ISO 900

1 Internal Auditor Training* Technic al Writing Certificate

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What W eO ffer

- Compet i tive compensation* Opportu nity to contribute to a major documentation and quality improvement initiative* Collabo rative and supportive team environment* On-site parking* Potenti al contract extension based on project needs**

📌 SOP Technical Writer (12-Month Contract) (Township Of East Hawkesbury)
🏢 SKOTIDAKIS
📍 Township Of East Hawkesbury